France-Iraq World Cup match in Philly experiences weather delay Monday

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1. 1h ago

   France Defeats Iraq 3-0 Amid Philadelphia Weather Delay

   France beat Iraq 3-0 in a match disrupted by the first rain delay of the 2026 World Cup. Severe thunderstorms and a tornado warning in Philadelphia halted the game for 2 hours and 10 minutes. France has now secured a place in the round of 32.

   What's confirmed:

   • France beat Iraq 3-0.
   • The match featured the first rain delay of the 2026 World Cup.
   • Severe thunderstorms and a tornado warning in Philadelphia caused a halftime pause of 2 hours and 10 minutes.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Kylian Mbappe scored twice to lead the French victory.
   • France has secured a place in the round of 32.
   confidence 90%
2. 5d ago

   France Defeats Iraq After Historic World Cup Weather Delay in Philadelphia

   France beat Iraq 3-0 in a match marked by the first rain delay of the 2026 World Cup. Severe thunderstorms and a tornado warning in Philadelphia caused a halftime pause lasting 2 hours and 10 minutes. Kylian Mbappé scored twice to lead the French victory.

   What's confirmed:

   • France defeated Iraq 3-0.
   • The match experienced a weather delay on Monday due to thunderstorms and heavy rain.
   • The halftime break lasted 2 hours and 10 minutes.
   • Kylian Mbappé scored two goals during the game.
   • This was the first weather delay of the tournament.
   • The FIFA Fan Fest closed early on Monday because of rain and strong storms.
   • A tornado warning and severe thunderstorms were issued ahead of the match.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The match did not restart until 8 p.m. ET local time.
   confidence 95%